SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS
Practical Career Development for Modern People Leaders
Alana delivers customized workshops that help leaders communicate their impact, prepare for internal mobility, and develop the practical leadership skills that strengthen your organization from the inside out.
Workshops available virtually or onsite.
Because Strong Talent Doesn’t Advance on Skill Alone
Even high-performing managers can struggle to lead others without first learning how to lead themselves through change. As responsibilities grow, leaders are expected to clearly communicate their impact, prepare for advancement, and navigate ongoing organizational shifts — often without the tools to do so effectively.
Change Raven’s workshops equip people leaders to:
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Advance their careers within your organization
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Communicate their accomplishments with clarity and confidence
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Strengthen leadership presence and storytelling
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Increase engagement and reduce unwanted turnover
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Guide teams through organizational change and evolving roles
Workshops That Build Stronger Communicators and Stronger Leaders
Communicating Your Value: Positioning Yourself for Leadership
Best for: Mid-career and emerging leaders
Participants learn how to:
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Communicate accomplishments with clear, measurable impact
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Connect their work to organizational priorities and outcomes
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Speak the language of leadership in performance reviews, interviews, and stakeholder conversations
Career Navigation for High Performers: Identifying Paths Within Your Organization
Best for: Teams facing change, restructuring, or role uncertainty
Participants learn how to:
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Evaluate internal opportunities and realistic growth paths
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Assess promotion readiness and skill gaps
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Create a focused, actionable development plan aligned to business needs
Interview Like a Leader: Internal Mobility and Advancement
Best for: Talent development programs and early-career or high-potential cohorts
Participants learn how to:
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Structure responses using proven leadership frameworks
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Position themselves as problem-solvers and strategic contributors
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Deliver concise, compelling stories that resonate with hiring managers and decision-makers
Leading Through Change: Practical Tools for Managers and Teams
Best for: Organizations undergoing transformation or sustained change
Participants learn how to:
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Understand the psychology behind resistance and uncertainty
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Communicate clearly and consistently during periods of change
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Support teams through transitions with confidence, stability, and trust
Custom Sessions for Your Team’s Needs
Most organizations request customized sessions aligned to their leadership development goals, internal mobility strategy, or team needs.
Alana regularly creates tailored sessions for:
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Leadership retreats
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Employee resource group events
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Corporate offsites
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University programs and career fairs
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Talent and succession planning initiatives
Common custom topics include:
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Personal leadership branding
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Internal mobility and promotion readiness
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Navigating successfully through organizational change
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Proactive career planning and growth mindset
Meet Your Facilitator
Alana Lerch is a Prosci-certified change practitioner and former corporate leader with 15+ years at organizations including Monsanto, Bayer, and Washington University.
She has delivered career development workshops and presentations for the Missouri Career Development Association Annual Conference, Washington University, KJR Consulting, and corporate professional development programs.
She is known for delivering sessions that are structured, practical, and immediately applicable — blending change management principles with real-world career strategy. Participants leave with tools they can use the same day—not generic advice they'll forget by Monday.
Booking & Availability
Virtual or Onsite Workshops Available
Sessions range from 60 minutes to half-day intensives.
To inquire about availability, program options, or custom content, complete the form below and we'll respond within 2 business days.
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